The surprising effects of onions

Besides being a familiar spice in many dishes, onions are also a home remedy with many surprising uses such as reducing fever, swelling, and treating insect bites.

1. Relieves ear pain

According to Boldsky, dry, long-standing earwax can cause ear pain due to inflammation. Place a slice of onion in your ear for 30 minutes or clean your ear with a cotton swab soaked in onion juice. The moisture from the onion will soften the earwax, making it easier to remove.

At the same time, onion essential oil inhibits the growth of bacteria that cause inflammation and swelling. Note that after removing earwax, you need to clean the ear canal with clean water and dry it.

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2. Reduce fever

Finely chopped onions or shallots mixed with potatoes and garlic to form a paste is an effective fever-reducing remedy; apply the mixture to socks and then to the soles of the feet for 30-60 minutes.

The compounds in onions and garlic will help lower your body temperature quickly. If possible, apply a cloth soaked in apple cider vinegar to your forehead. Apple cider vinegar is also very effective at reducing fever. Remember to keep your body warm when you have a fever.

3. Remove foreign objects from the eye.

Dust or foreign objects getting into the eye can cause a gritty and very uncomfortable feeling. In this case, cut a slice of onion and stimulate the tear glands. Tears will then flow out, carrying the foreign object with them.

Note that when using this method, you should only hold the onion near your eyes and maintain a certain distance, avoiding rubbing or touching them with your hands to prevent further serious damage.

4. Treating coughs

During the cold season, persistent coughs can be tiring and frustrating. Try making a honey and onion juice smoothie to soothe a sore throat. The antibacterial properties of honey and onion will kill bacteria and effectively relieve throat inflammation.

5. Treating burns

Onions can instantly soothe minor burns caused by contact with hot objects or cooking accidents. Simply slice a thin piece of onion and apply it to the burn; it will heal quickly and leave no scar.

6. Treating bee stings

When stung by a bee, quickly remove the stinger, crush an onion, and apply it to the wound. The anti-inflammatory properties of the onion help reduce swelling and prevent allergic reactions.

According to Zing.vn